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Name It Right: Renaming Files Clearly

Overview

Students explore how meaningful file names make digital work easier to find and manage.

Learning Objective
Students understand how and why to rename files clearly for organisation.

Resources needed

  • Computers or tablets

Lesson stages

0 / 10 done
  1. 1 Introduce files and default names.
  2. 2 Discuss problems with unclear names.
  3. 3 Demonstrate renaming a file.
  4. 4 Students create a simple file.
  5. 5 Rename it using a clear structure.
  6. 6 Compare good and poor names.
  7. 7 Midway check: is the name meaningful?
  8. 8 Students rename multiple files.
  9. 9 Organise files logically.
  10. 10 Discuss: why does naming matter?

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Variations

  • Create naming rules.
  • Organise class folders.
  • Compare naming systems.
More information

Teach: file, name, rename, organise, clear. Use frames: 'This file is called…'.

Use teacher demo or shared devices.

Can students rename files clearly? Do they understand purpose?

Use paper labels.

Students may use random or vague names.

Clear naming supports organisation and collaboration.

Activity details
Primary Easy 20 minutes no prep Solo, Pairs Indoor
Topics
Files Naming Organisation Digital Literacy